Communication Skills-II: Oral Communication

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What is the primary means of transmitting information in oral communication?

Written word

Spoken word (correct)

Electronic devices

Visual aids

What is a major advantage of oral communication?

Cost-effectiveness

Formality of the message

High level of understanding and transparency (correct)

Permanence of the message

What is an example of oral communication in a business setting?

Email

Staff meeting (correct)

Newsletter

Report

Why is oral communication essential for teamwork?

It facilitates group energy Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of oral communication in terms of decision-making?

Decisions can be made quickly without any delay Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of oral communication in resolving conflicts?

It can be used to resolve conflicts quickly Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of oral communication in daily interactions?

Time-saving Signup and view all the answers

Why is written communication preferred over oral communication in business?

It is more formal and organized Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of oral communication?

It can lead to misunderstandings Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of oral communication?

It is informal and unorganized Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of written communication in business?

To convey internal information Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of written communication in maintaining records?

It can be used for future reference Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of relying solely on oral communication?

It is not sufficient for formal business communication Signup and view all the answers

Why is written communication considered more accurate and reliable than oral communication?

Because the information exchanged cannot be changed Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of e-mails in written communication?

They are the most inexpensive and quickest medium of written communication Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a legal advantage of written communication?

It provides legal authority Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of written communication over oral communication in terms of clarity and accuracy?

Written communication can be edited, modified and carefully articulated Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a written document that provides a long-lasting record?

A minutes of meeting Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of writing skills in terms of personal growth?

It widens one's vocabulary Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of writing according to the text?

To convey meaning through well-constructed text Signup and view all the answers

What is a necessary step in learning to write according to the text?

Learning to read Signup and view all the answers

Why is writing skill essential for success in life?

Because all kinds of formal communication used to happen in written form Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the purposes of developing writing skills in the context of the English Language?

To enhance speaking skills in an effective manner Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a receptive or input skill?

Reading Signup and view all the answers

What does SQ3R method stand for?

Survey, Question, Read, Recite and Review Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of reading?

It helps to increase vocabulary Signup and view all the answers

Why is reading considered essential?

It develops the human mind and is essential for overall development Signup and view all the answers

What is reading compared to?

Exercise is to the body Signup and view all the answers

What is writing used for?

To express different kinds of messages Signup and view all the answers